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StarTech.com 6ft (1.8m) 1-Port USB to Serial RS232 Adapter, FTDI DB9 Serial DCE Adapter Cable, Modem, USB 2.0 - TAA

StarTech.com 6ft (1.8m) 1-Port USB to Serial RS232 Adapter, FTDI DB9 Serial DCE Adapter Cable, Modem, USB 2.0 - TAA

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MAXIMIZED PORTABILITY: This USB to serial RS232 adapter with FTDI features a single cable design removing the need for additional adapters and cables. CORRECT DTE/DCE CONFLICTS: Convert your available USB port into a null modem RS232 DB9 serial port, resolving any DTE/DCE conflicts. BROAD COMPATIBILITY: Compatible with your USB 1.0 or 2.0 ports, this RS232 converter works with your Windows, Mac or Linux systems. FAST TRANSFER SPEEDS: Experience fast speeds with this serial adapter, supporting a Baud Rate up to 921.6Kbps. TECH SPECS: 6 feet (1.8 meters); FTDI FT232RL Chipset; Max Baud Rate: 921.6 Kbps; 256 Bytes FIFO; None/Odd/Even/Mark/Space Parity Modes; 7 or 8 Data Bits; 1 or 2 Stop bits; TAA Compliant. Add a Null Modem RS232 serial port to your laptop or desktop computer through USB. The ICUSB232FTN FTDI USB to Null Modem Serial Adapter Cable (1-Port) converts an available USB 1.1 or 2.0 port into an RS232 Null Modem serial DB9 port, solving DCE/DTE conflicts directly, without requiring additional cross-wired serial cables or adapters.. This compact adapter features COM retention, allowing the same COM port value to automatically be re-assigned to the port if the cable is disconnected and re-connected to the host computer, or if the system is rebooted. The integrated FTDI chipset supports additional customization, advanced features, and compatibility not necessarily offered by other solutions.. The USB to Null Modem adapter is compatible with a broad list of operating systems including Windows®, Windows CE, Mac OS and Linux, making it easier to integrate into mixed environments.. Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.. The StarTech.com Advantage. Features. Linux operating systems supported. Yes. Mac operating systems supported. Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura. Windows operating systems supported. Windows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 x64, Windows 2000, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows 98SE, Windows Vista, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows Vista x64, Windows XP, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64. Baud rate. 921.6 Kbit/s. Data bits. 7, 8. FIFO (First In, First Out). 256 B. Parity bit. Even, Mark, No, Odd, Space. Stop bits. 1, 2. Mean time between failures (MTBF). 541728 h. Chipset. FTDI - FT232RL. Connector 1 form factor. Straight. Connector 2 form factor. Straight. Connector 1 gender. Male. Connector 2 gender. Female. Connector 2. DB-9. Connector 1. USB Type-A. Cable length. 1.7 m. Product colour. Black. Packaging data. Package weight. 205 g. Package height. 39 mm. Package depth. 146 mm. Package width. 208 mm. Quantity per pack. 1 pc(s). Weight & dimensions. Weight. 88 g. Operational conditions. Operating relative humidity (H-H). 5 - 95%. Storage temperature (T-T). -20 - 85 °C. Operating temperature (T-T). 0 - 55 °C. Certificates. Compliance certificates. CE, RoHS. Packaging content. Drivers included. Yes. Manual. Yes. Logistics data. Products per master (outer) case. 50 pc(s). Master (outer) case height. 335 mm. Master (outer) case length. 525 mm. Master (outer) case width. 450 mm. Harmonized System (HS) code. 84733080. leaflet. manual pdf. 1 Port USB to Null Modem Adapter Cable with FTDI - ICUSB232FTN | StarTech.com

Full specifications

Marque StarTech.com
Référence fabricant icusb232ftn
MAXIMIZED PORTABILITY This USB to serial RS232 adapter with FTDI features a single cable design removi
DCE CONFLICTS Convert your available USB port into a null modem RS232 DB9 serial port
BROAD COMPATIBILITY Compatible with your USB 1.0 or 2.0 ports
FAST TRANSFER SPEEDS Experience fast speeds with this serial adapter
TECH SPECS 6 feet (1.8 meters)
Max Baud Rate 921.6 Kbps

StarTech.com 6ft (1.8m) 1-Port USB to Serial RS232 Adapter, FTDI DB9 Serial DCE Adapter Cable, Modem, USB 2.0 - TAA: complete technical analysis for 2026

The StarTech.com 6ft (1.8m) 1-Port USB to Serial RS232 Adapter, FTDI DB9 Serial DCE Adapter Cable, Modem, USB 2.0 - TAA is one of the most searched products in the Informatique category in 2026. Offered by StarTech.com, it is aimed at those looking for a reliable product at the best price. Our comparison tool lists all available offers from partner retailers to help you make the right choice without overspending. Comparison is free and requires no registration. In a few seconds, you can access all current offers to find the most competitive price.

Who is this Informatique for?

The StarTech.com 6ft (1.8m) 1-Port USB to Serial RS232 Adapter, FTDI DB9 Serial DCE Adapter Cable, Modem, USB 2.0 - TAA benefits from the expertise of StarTech.com in this category. Its design meets current market standards and satisfies even the most demanding users in their everyday activities. The brand's reliability translates into positive feedback from regular buyers, who particularly appreciate the consistency between the promises of the product sheet and the real-world experience. For the Informatique category, this is an option we recommend without hesitation.

For intensive or occasional use

The StarTech.com 6ft (1.8m) 1-Port USB to Serial RS232 Adapter, FTDI DB9 Serial DCE Adapter Cable, Modem, USB 2.0 - TAA adapts to different levels of use in the Informatique category. Whether you use it intensively every day or more occasionally, this StarTech.com product offers appreciated versatility. Regular users value its reliability over time, while occasional users appreciate how easy it is to pick up without any special training. For even more demanding use, also check the StarTech.com 7 Port PCI USB Card Adapter.

Against the competition

In the Informatique market, the StarTech.com 6ft (1.8m) 1-Port USB to Serial RS232 Adapter, FTDI DB9 Serial DCE Adapter Cable, Modem, USB 2.0 - TAA is well positioned thanks to its price from £36.08 and the strength of StarTech.com. Our comparison tool lets you verify in real time whether this positioning still holds against other available offers.

Market price ranges in 2026

RangeIndicative price
Entry-levelUnder 384300 £
Mid-range384300 £ to 896710 £
High-endOver 896710 £

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Frequently asked questions about StarTech.com 6ft (1.8m) 1-Port USB to Serial RS232 Adapter, FTDI DB9 Serial DCE Adapter Cable, Modem, USB 2.0 - TAA

How does the StarTech.com 6ft (1.8m) 1-Port USB to Serial RS232 Adapter, FTDI DB9 Serial DCE Adapter Cable, Modem, USB 2.0 - TAA compare to competitors in the Informatique category?

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